Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Infection Prevention Specialist with a CIC (Certification in Infection Control) for a full-time travel assignment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infection prevention practices, clinical laboratory science, and acute care hospital operations. This role supports hospital-wide infection prevention initiatives and provides advisory guidance to clinical teams.
Candidates may come from one of the following professional backgrounds :
- Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS / MLS / MT)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Microbiologist
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
Key Responsibilities
Conduct infection prevention rounds across multiple hospital service lines.Advise clinical teams on infection prevention standards and regulatory guidelines.Perform surveillance, documentation, and reporting using Bugsy or comparable systems.Analyze epidemiological data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based infection control measures.Support compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and CDC infection control standards.Provide education and consultation on best practices for infection prevention.Required Qualifications
CIC certification (CBIC) – REQUIREDMinimum 3 years of experience in infection prevention (5 years preferred).Acute care hospital experience is mandatory , including :SurgeryNICUCardiacCritical CareEmergency DepartmentExperience with Epic electronic health records.Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with clinical leadership.Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a Clinical Lab Scientist, Infection Prevention RN, or Infection Control Specialist.Knowledge of Bugsy or other infection surveillance software tools.Background in microbiology, epidemiology, or public health.Assignment & Facility Highlights
Short-term acute care environment.Level II Trauma services (adult and pediatric).Large teaching hospital setting.Interdisciplinary, fast-paced environment with broad exposure to multiple service lines.Additional Details
No weekends, no holidays requiredNo floating between unitsOrientation provided prior to startMust submit all RTO at time of application (only one request allowed)Compliance documents required the Monday before start dateTravelers may be required to float to nearby sister facilities if operationally necessary